Atty. Donald Wayne Carlson

Atty. Donald Wayne Carlson

Donald Wayne Carlson is a lawyer practicing jury trial, litigation, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. Donald received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald Wayne Carlson at a glance

Donald Wayne Carlson is a Senior Founding Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Carlson, Calladine & Peterson LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on ip, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Courts, Northern, Eastern, and Central (1978) and Hawaii (2008). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1977) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donald Wayne Carlson is a lawyer practicing jury trial, litigation, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Donald practices at Carlson, Calladine & Peterson LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Donald Wayne Carlson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald Wayne Carlson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald Wayne Carlson

Where is Donald Wayne Carlson's law office located?
Donald Wayne Carlson's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Carlson, Calladine & Peterson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald Wayne Carlson handle?
Donald Wayne Carlson focuses on ip, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donald Wayne Carlson practiced law?
Donald Wayne Carlson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Donald Wayne Carlson go to law school?
Donald Wayne Carlson earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Donald Wayne Carlson for a consultation?
You can contact Donald Wayne Carlson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Donald Wayne Carlson received?
Donald Wayne Carlson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Courts, Northern, Eastern, and Central
Admitted: 1978
Hawaii
Admitted: 2008

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